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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Ribeira Grande - S. Miguel - Açores, Azores
Moinhos Beach
Place, Moinhos Beach
1 min walk
Santa Iria Viewpoint
Place, Santa Iria Viewpoint
3 min drive
Santa Bárbara Beach
Place, Santa Bárbara Beach
11 min drive
Ponta Delgada (PDL-Joao Paulo II)
Airport, Ponta Delgada (PDL-Joao Paulo II)
26 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds and 1 Crib
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
About this property
Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views
Vivenda Xavier is situated at the little fisherman village named Porto Formoso, (the marvellous port). Just about 3 minutes from the vivenda you'l find is the local beach Praia dos Moinhos. A very particular small beach with outstanding sanitary facilities. Not far away you may enjoy a good cup of tea at Chá de Porto Formoso. One of the two old family business in Europe involved in tea production. This, all fashioned with the little fisherman port and the local church from 1509, turns this little place into a unique spot in Europe. The inhabitants make their living today predominantly from agriculture, cattle breeding, and fishing.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoked is allowed in outside areas of the house.
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 28
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Ribeira Grande
Located in Ribeira Grande, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ponte dos Oito Arcos and Igreja de Nossa Senhora das Estrelas are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Gorreana Tea Factory and Arquipélago Contemporary Arts Center. Snorkelling, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Is Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views?
As of 2 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views on 31 Oct, 2026 start from S$146, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views located?
This family-friendly Ribeira Grande holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Moinhos Beach and Santa Iria Viewpoint. Gorreana Tea Factory and Arquipélago Contemporary Arts Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Our host was so helpful and the communications were excellent. The view of the ocean from the unit is spectacular. The unit is comfortable and the kitchen is well stocked.
Wonderful stay. Perfect location with excellent view. Great service from Luis ensuring we had everything needed and easily contacted with any questions.
A great stay in a quiet location and town. The local beach and hike are great. The accommodations are are well stocked and we would recommend this to anyone.
The house is exactly as shown and caters well for a longer term stay. It has all necessary amenities and it is a great place to come home to after a day of exploring. The owner was in constant contact and left us helpful suggestions and tips to make our trip more enjoyable. We highly recommend.
John K.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec, 2024
Jonh and Stephanie are a very nice couple to communicate with; They left the property well cared for. It’s wonderful to know they felt like coming home each day after exploring the island, which makes me very happy.
We spent 6 nights in this lovely house. First the balcony has an amazing view of the water fall and ocean and cliffs. Look to the right and you see a hill side of pastures and cows.
We loved our stay - everything about it! The house is marvelous. Luis couldn’t be a more responsive & kind host. The proximity to the beach is special. I loved sitting on the porch watching the view change minute by minute. A perfect vacation place. We highly recommend!!
Our host was terrific, not only in ensuring the property was wonderful, but also in helping with recommendations in the area. We loved being away from Ponta Delgarda, but still just a short drive to anywhere on the island. The beach is great. You will not regret booking this property.
Truly lovely house with beautiful views high above the sea. House has everything you need and is centrally located on the island. The sleepy town is exactly what we wanted and since nothing is too far on this island with good roads and clear signage , we had no trouble exploring all parts of the island.Luis is a great host who’s communication is excellent.
We had a wonderful vacation. The house was very comfortable, kitchen was well equipped. The location is excellent for travelling around the island, and the local beach is a 10 minute walk away. The owner was very helpful, with a good binder available for suggestions of activities. I would definitely recommend this house to anyone staying on San Miguel.
Karen W.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr, 2024
It is a very nice couple, precise and easy to communicate with. Thank you for choosing our lodgment. It makes us very happy to know you had a wonderful time in São Miguel.
We woukd recommend the property to other friends. We cooked in the outdoor kitchen, 4 out of 5 nights. Well set up, cooking with a view is great. Luis the owner wad very helpful
Very scenic location on the north coast provided great central hub for touring the island. The house was very comfortable and had all the amenities we needed. Nearby restaurants were excellent and reasonably priced. Luis was easy to contact and offered great advice.. We had a great week even though the weather didn't fully cooperate.
Xavier provided everything we needed to feel at home on the island. Beach towels, full kitchen, fully stock bathrooms and laundry facilities. BBQ, outdoor dining with views of a waterfall and coastline from a terrace provides an outdoor respite. Being able to come back to this home after a full day of exploring was such a treat.
Miranda D.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May, 2023
Wonderful guests! Very pleasant communicating I would certainly love to welcome them again.
Great place to stay easy access from the airport and the many places to visit
What a wonderful property we enjoyed our stay - it felt just like home and very easy to settle after arrival - well equipped too and a balcony which we used to the full a great place in the morning having breakfast in the sunshine - would definitely stay here again
The owner too despite living in Holland was very attentive and made sure from arrival until departure you had what you needed and with the offer of help if required. Thank you
Luis was an amazing host and takes great care and pride in his property --- it really felt like we were staying at a friend's house. Fantastic views, easy access to beach and trails, but still felt comfortably off the beaten path. Very spacious and peaceful. If you stay here please look out for the neighborhood siamese cat we named "george".
Robert R.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr, 2023
Knowing how much Robert, Debby and Evan have enjoyed their stay feels good. Indeed it felt like we knew each other as friends. Thank you for having chosen our accommodation. George is still around tracking attention.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Brenda G.
18 Oct, 2016
Great Vacation home.
The vacation home was well maintained and exceptional clean.
The owner made us quite welcome, inviting us to use all the amenities of the home. Beautiful view from the balcony. Five minute walk to the beach. Would recommend this house !! Would return to Azores and rent again. Five to ten minute drive to Ribeira Granda.
Brenda G.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank you for the review. It was a pleasure to have you as a guest and I would certainly be honored to welcome you in the future.
We had a truly lovely time at Luis's place. Our kids loved it and we appreciated the baby gates, high chairs, and pack and play. The views of the ocean, and cows on a hillside, from the outdoor dining table were sublime. As others have noted, Luis is a top-of-the-line host who pays a ton of attention and wants to make sure you have a stellar stay.
We stayed for 3 nights, wished we had a week at Vivienda Xavier. We loved the property, amenities, and location. We fully enjoyed the sound of the ocean & waterfall from the patio in the morning & evenings, and the activities on the island, as well as the quaint beach and trail with waterfall within walking distance.
We are already talking about returning with additional family to enjoy the island and the property. We absolutely loved our time, and Luis was a great, very communicative host.
Kimberly P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2023
It was short but nice to have Kimberly, her husband, and her son as our guests. The contact was easy and very friendly. Thank you, Kimberly. I sincerely hope to welcome you again soon.
This rental is one of the best we have stayed in. Everything is as the owner Luis has stated. He was very personable and helpful, even when I called him a couple of times with questions. It is on the eastern side of the island but only 30 minutes from Ponta Delgado. The beach nearby and the cafe is quaint and a nice place to end your day. The house is well stocked, Luis has thought of just about everything
I would stay here again.
Sue H.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
It was a pleasure to communicate with this wonderful couple. Very nice to talk with and very enjoying about everything on the island. Please come again!
Beautiful, comfortable home perched on the hillside overlooking the ocean and cliffs of Porto Formoso. Short walk to the beach or to the cliffs. Luis, our distant host was friendly, attentive and really does care about making your stay a perfect one! You will need a car to see the sights of the island or to go grocery shopping. But as a home base with comfort, a view, and astoundingly beautiful environs it is a home that is perfect!
David A.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2021
Thank you, David. It was a pleasure to have you as our guest! The communication between us went very well. I had the impression of having new friends.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Mike & Theresa S.
21 Feb, 2017
Best Vacation Ever!!!
Thank you so much, Luis for sharing your little piece of paradise with us. Vivenda Xavier was absolutely wonderful. This was our first trip to Sao Miguel, but definitely won't be our last. The villa was clean, well maintained and fully equipped with everything you needed and more. The view from the patio was simply amazing. Luis was a pleasure to deal with. Always quick to answer any questions we had. I would definitely recommend this villa to friends and family.
Mike & Theresa S.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank you Teresa and Mike, for your pleasant review. It was a pleasure having you as guests and to share our place with you. Thanks for loving it and we certainly hope to welcome you again.
About the host
Hosted by Luís xavier
I do like to observe, makes me forming ideas about people, animals and things in life. I do like teaching because it passes on the little I know to the one he wants to know what I know. I like to write lyrics for songs to be sung and offered to those who may enjoy them. I like to sleep because mostly is always good to dream. I love the Azores because they offer a divine beauty, this spot of the world embrace me with their nature, and surprise me with his characteristics. I like good wine, because I am a son of Earth, I like football even still do not knowing why. I like the sun because it warms me up, I love a good joke to wake up or drive away the melancholy or the routine. The well being of my 'guests' worries me, I feel good sharing with others my little corner planted by the sea.
Why they chose this property
I am not living on S. Miguel or in Portugal, but in the Netherlands. I left Portugal very young, 18 years old, alone, living my family behind, my country and my friends. A choice I had to make, to achieve a better live. All my family comes from the Azores, S. MigueI. I always remember as a child, my parents homesickness talks about they're home land. They had left the Azores to the mainland, Lisbon where I was born in 1955, and they never went back to the Azores! 18 years ago I have made my first visit to the land of my parents and please believe-me, it was a wonderful feeling during my first steps on the island. I felt home and yet never had been there before! A year later me and my dutch wife decided to by our little place, planted at the sea. Every time we can, we spend some time there, the time left, we like to share it with people by renting it, with everyone who wants to enjoy the Azores.
So unfortunately I believe I will not be there to meet you! I will get in touch by phone just after your arrival and again a few days later to make sure you will have everything to your liking.
What makes this property unique
The vivenda is a complete furnished holiday home that makes it possible for you, to bring only your personal things, and where you will relax thanks to all the comfort and the privacy. On this breathtaking beautiful, unforgettable spot you enjoy in the winter a comfortable living room with hearth. In the summer the joy of the wonderful see and mountain view from the balcony. In the spring your certainly will enjoy both: The sunny terrace and the crackling fire during the romantic evenings. This atmosphere will certainly be even more romantic thanks to the whistling of the many birds, the nearest waterfall and the always present Atlantic ocean.
Languages:
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch
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